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Alert in Colorado warns people to be aware of botulism risks; 5 sick

By News Desk on December 4, 2020

Public health officials in Colorado are warning the public to be aware of the dangers of foodborne botulism poisoning amid an investigation of several cases in the state.

Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment…
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STOP shines a light under the baskets and benches at farmers markets

By STOP Foodborne Illness on September 15, 2020
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Editor’s note: As part of our coverage of national Food Safety Education month we publish the following column from STOP Foodborne Illness.

This time of year food lovers’ enjoy one of their favorite traditions:…
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Safe methods for canning and garden produce preservation for novices

By Jonan Pilet on August 5, 2020
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If you’re anything like me, the COVID-19 pandemic has left you with a lot of extra time around the house. For me and many others, this has meant diving into hobbies such as gardening. …
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Health council wants law on ‘cottage’ foods clarified to protect the public

By Coral Beach on October 31, 2019

North Dakota health officials want state legislators to clarify rules about so-called cottage foods because of concerns about botulism poisoning.

The State Health Council, which includes two state senators, approved the proposed changes during a…
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Trends and advertising claims don’t mean countertop cookers are safe

By Coral Beach on May 20, 2019

If you’re considering picking up some of those electric pressure cookers at early summer garage sales thinking they’d be a handy, easy way to put up small batches of fresh produce for use next winter,…
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Boiling during home canning won’t prevent botulism poisoning

By Kelsey M. Mackin on July 16, 2018

People across the country are gearing up for home canning in efforts to preserve summer flavors for year-round enjoyment.

Consequently, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is now reminding the public that knowing how…
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Homemade food responsible for botulism outbreak in Denmark

By Joe Whitworth on July 4, 2018

An outbreak of foodborne botulism in Denmark, with six confirmed cases, has been linked to a homemade dish served at a private party in June.

Fødevarestyrelsen (Danish Veterinary and Food Administration) said a sample from …
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Holiday Hazard: ‘Canned’ bread a recipe for botulism poisoning

By Kelsey M. Mackin on December 12, 2017

Holiday baking is a staple for many gift givers, but bread makers should take caution: Making bread in canning jars creates a readymade package, but poses life-threatening risks.

According to the National Center for Home …
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Vegetable soup recalled because of botulism potential

By News Desk on April 20, 2016

Vegetable soup distributed to retailers and farmers markets in three states is under recall because laboratory tests showed it could be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, which causes botulism poisoning. recalled-Marys-vegetable-soup Mary’s Home Canning of Lancaster, PA,…
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Ohio Botulism Outbreak a Somber Reminder About Canning Food Safely

By Martha Filipic on August 20, 2015
(This article by Martha Filipic, a writer/editor with the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences at The Ohio State University, was originally posted here on Aug. 17, 2015, and is reposted with permission.) COLUMBUS,

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Practice Safe Home Canning to Avoid Botulism, CDC Advises

By News Desk on July 23, 2013

Home canning is a popular activity — but one that must be done safely in order to prevent the growth of dangerous bacteria, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reminding the public. “Home…
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